Milwaukee River 2-Hour Kayak Float
Easy self-guided river paddling through wooded parks and quiet riverbanks
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Kayak, paddle & life jacket
Highlights
Set out on an easy, self-guided Milwaukee River float and paddle at your own pace. Take in calm water, wooded stretches, and quiet views along the way.
- Explore tree-lined parks, wooded stretches, and quiet neighborhood backyards
- Paddle calm, shallow water with no rapids
- Watch for wildlife along largely untouched riverbanks
- Take a mid-route bathroom break at River Barn Park
- Navigate occasional shallow spots where you may need to walk your kayak briefly
Itinerary
- Meet and park at Badger Meter River Park in Brown Deer.
- You get in our van and we shuttle you up to Thiensville Village Park.
- Launch and paddle the 4.5-mile river section downstream toward Thiensville at your own pace.
- Take out at Badger Meter River Park where your car is parked.
What's Included
- Kayak rental
- Paddle
- Life jacket
- Basic orientation
- Dry bag and/or floating cell phone case
Important details
- Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled departure
- Ages 12+ to paddle a single kayak
- Minimum weight: 50 lbs due to life jacket specifications
- Wear footwear that can get wet; flip-flops are not allowed
- Pets are not allowed
- Use alcoholic beverages responsibly; glass and Styrofoam are not allowed on the river
- Trips run rain or shine unless severe weather
- May require assisting with carrying kayaks
Cancellation Policy
Full refund or reschedule more than 48 hours before your trip. No refund within 48 hours, but rescheduling is available. Full refund or reschedule for weather-related cancellations.
FAQs
Wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear that can get wet; flip-flops are not allowed. Bring a towel, dry clothes, water, snacks, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
River conditions vary with rainfall. You may scrape the riverbed in shallow spots or need to walk your kayak briefly. If water levels are too low, the river section may change. Trips run rain or shine unless severe weather, when your river float may be rescheduled or refunded.
Use the porta-potty at Badger Meter River Park or flush toilets at Thiensville Village Park. A mid-route restroom stop is available at River Barn Park.
Meeting details
Badger Meter River Park
